In our fast-paced and demanding world, finding moments of calm and peace throughout the day is crucial for maintaining our well-being. One effective way to achieve this is by integrating short meditative practices, also known as “resets,” into our daily routine. These brief moments of mindfulness offer a multitude of benefits, allowing us to recharge,... Read more » The post The Power of Daily Resets: How Short Meditative Practices Enhance Your Well-being appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

In the Internal Martial Arts there are three different kinds of yielding physical, mental, and emotional. Learning how to apply these different kinds of yielding into your everyday life can open up many opportunities. Physical yielding is the easiest to understand, but very difficult to apply at a high level. If we are pushing each... Read more » The post Tai Chi and the Art of Yielding appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

Learn Some of the Foundational Exercises That Make a High-Level Tai Chi master. This warm-up routine is designed to build basic coordination, strength, and flexibility so you will be able to perform the Tai Chi movements with ease. While this series is often practiced as a warm-up for more intense training it is also great... Read more » The post Develop the Coordination, Agility and Strength of a Tai Chi Master appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

Often when someone is diagnosed with high blood pressure or hypertension, they can be prescribed medicine to help alleviate the problem. While I always think you should follow the advice of your doctor, I believe that there are many things you can do to counter these symptoms without the use of prescribed medicine. In this... Read more » The post Reducing your Blood Pressure with Tai Chi appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

Yichuan is an ancient internal martial art. There are four areas of study in Yichuan. 1- Standing Meditation 2- Walking Meditation 3- Test of Power Exercises 4- Push hands The practice of Yichuan is a great addition to any martial arts system. It has many benefits here are a few: It will help you build... Read more » The post 3 Basic Yichuan Postures to Improve your Immune System appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

Why Practice Tai Chi? I have been practicing martial arts for over 36 years, and I can’t recall ever being asked why I practice Jiu-jitsu or Muay Thai, but often I am asked why I practice Tai chi. I could list many reasons, but I will often respond with, “If the only benefit from the... Read more » The post Why You Should Practice Tai Chi and Qigong appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

Tai Chi For Physical Therapy. For anyone that’s worked in a restaurant you know that it’s a beating for your body. You’re on your feet all day carrying heavy and lopsided trays, stooping over cash registers, and twisting to reach that last plate. Not very often does this job allow you the time to actively... Read more » The post Physical Therapy Sucked, Tai Chi For Physical Therapy Stuck And Worked appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

The Yang Style Tai Chi Saber   This is a great practice e to your Tai chi training. The Yang saber form is very dynamic and fun to train. With this form you will build your endurance, strength, coordination, and ability to direct the energy outside the body. The first video talks about the options... Read more » The post Yang Style Tai Chi Saber Warm ups and Introduction appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

Daily Qigong Practice for Health In this video, you will learn a warm-up series along with an easy to learn qigong set. Remember your practice does not need to be complicated to get great results. If you spent 20-30 minutes a day doing this practice you will feel stronger, healthier and mentally refreshed. Check it... Read more » The post Beginner Qigong Great for a Daily Routine appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more

Tai Chi Fan is a very beautiful practice. It’s like an intentional dance that emphasizes body awareness and mindful meditation. Observers and participants both can become easily entranced in the methodological and calming forms. Using weapons in Tai Chi is a historically common and significant practice. Swords, spears, and fans are the weapons that are... Read more » The post The Most Beautiful Self-Defense: Fan Form of Tai Chi appeared first on Portland Tai Chi Academy ..read more